Is this you?
- Can you set up complex roll‑fed and inline lines on time, every time?
- Do you thrive training teammates on safe, standardized machine setup and operation?
- Are you the go‑to problem solver for mechanical tweaks, PM tasks, and on‑the‑fly adjustments?
- Do you enjoy collaborating across Engineering, Maintenance, Sales, and Tool Design to make tools run better—especially on WNA equipment?
About Novolex
We’re a leading packaging manufacturer serving foodservice, delivery/carryout, processing, grocery, retail, and industrial markets. With deep expertise across resin, paper, molded fiber, and aluminum, we offer 120+ product categories, 250 brands, and 39,000+ SKUs—stock and custom.
Sustainability at our core
Our strategy centers on products, operations, and people—three pillars that align company‑wide efforts and ambitious goals.
What you'll do
- Execute changeovers for all roll‑fed and inline equipment with specified materials within target time.
- Train and support less experienced operators in approved, safe procedures.
- Help update training manuals and JSA documentation.
- Perform basic mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Influence capital decisions on machinery upgrades/replacements.
- Drive tooling improvements and modifications with cross‑functional partners.
- Work with Sales and Tool Design to validate new tools for efficient performance on WNA lines.
- Coordinate with Process Engineers, leads, Maintenance, Operators, and Packers to reduce setup time, maximize throughput, and eliminate scrap.
- Dial in machines to transition tooling from setup to stable production.
What it takes
- 4+ years in a manufacturing maintenance/mechanic/technician/tooling capacity.
- Experience with 480V 3‑phase electrical systems and machine controls.
- VFD and PLC exposure preferred (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Siemens a plus).
- Proven experience with manufacturing methods and process improvement programs/procedures.
- Forklift experience.
- Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced setting; willing to work overtime as needed.
- Safety mindset, continuous learner, and completion of assigned training.
Your toolkit
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Maintenance and repair
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- PLCs: Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Siemens
- Conveyor systems and servo motors
Perks and growth
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage plus programs that support mental, physical, and financial well‑being. Offerings may differ by location.
Community engagement
We back sustainability and hunger‑relief initiatives through our Focused Giving Program and encourage site‑level community support.
Training and development
Advance your career with MyLearning—industry curricula, tuition reimbursement (Non‑Union), and a robust LMS for every level.
Compliance
Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact
myHRservices@novolex.com.
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen
- Ability perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation